Why Use Pantry Inventory?

Keeping track of what’s in your pantry can feel overwhelming—it’s easy to buy too much or miss out on essentials. Pantry Inventory is designed to simplify this process, helping you manage your food stock efficiently and effectively.

How It Works

Step 1: Build Your Inventory

Start by creating your pantry list:

  • Open the app and select the ‘+’ icon.
  • Enter the name of the item.
  • Set the minimum and maximum quantities you’d like to keep in stock.
  • Record your current quantity.
  • Optionally add shops (e.g., supermarkets you frequent) and relevant tags (e.g., “dry”, “bulk”, “middle shelf”).

Quick Tip: Prioritize frequently-used items like rice, pasta, or canned goods for immediate benefits.

Step 2: Shopping with Stock Guidance

When you’re in the store:

  • Open the “Stock Guidance” tab to view a clearly categorized shopping list.
  • Items are sorted automatically:
    • None in Stock: Urgent items that are completely out.
    • Below Minimum: Items that need replenishing to reach your ideal minimum.
    • For Topping Up: Optional items to maintain optimal stock.
  • Mark items off as you shop; the app adjusts quantities instantly.

Step 3: Maintaining Accuracy with Pantry Audit

If your app data and actual pantry stock become mismatched:

  • Use “Pantry Audit” to quickly realign your inventory.
  • Adjust counts easily with ‘+’ or ‘–’ as you physically check your shelves.
  • Filter by tags, such as specific shelf locations, to make your audit manageable.
  • Move through items swiftly using “Previous” and “Next.”

Step 4: Managing Shop Availability

Customize your shopping lists by store availability:

  • Tag items with shops where they’re available.
  • Set item availability quickly, marking each as “Available” or “Not Available.”
  • Use “Add to All” or “Remove from All” to batch-update stores, making future shopping smoother.

Real-Life Benefits

Using Pantry Inventory brings noticeable everyday improvements:

  • Reduced duplication: Know exactly what’s in your pantry before shopping.
  • Efficient shopping trips: Automatic, prioritized lists ensure you buy only what you need.
  • Quick, easy audits: Save time and maintain an accurate inventory effortlessly.
  • Minimized food waste: Maintain fresh stock and avoid letting food expire unnoticed.
  • Lower stress levels: Clear visibility of your pantry contents helps ease mental load.

Getting Started

Try these steps to quickly benefit from Pantry Inventory:

  • Add at least 10 commonly used pantry items to your inventory.
  • Conduct a short audit to set accurate counts.
  • Tag items with locations (e.g., shelves) to facilitate easier audits in the future.
  • Test the “Stock Guidance” feature during your next shopping trip.
  • Schedule regular pantry audits to stay organized.

What’s Next?

Consider:

  • Regularly reviewing and adjusting your min/max stock levels based on your household needs.
  • Exploring additional features such as exporting lists for other household members.
  • Providing feedback to continuously enhance the app based on your experiences.

Pantry Inventory is designed to make pantry management straightforward, practical, and stress-free—no more guesswork, just organized simplicity.

Download Pantry Inventory on the App Store